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Ovoid pots were an elegant storage solution in African tribal life. This beautifully balanced example is attributed to the Toussian … Read more Ovoid pots were an elegant storage solution in African tribal life. This beautifully balanced example is attributed to the Toussian people of Western Burkina Faso. Masterfully made to protect its contents from the elements, pots such as this one were coiled by female ceramists to hold food or personal items. The exterior's carefully incised patterns impart subtle decoration and were intended to provide a sure grip. See less
- Dimensions
- 22.5ʺW × 22.5ʺD × 27.75ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Country of Origin
- Burkina Faso
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. less
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